Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients:
1 small wheel of Brie or Camembert (about 9 ounces)
1/2 cup pecan pieces
3 tablespoons light-brown sugar
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
Crackers or sliced baguette, for serving

Directions:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place cheese on a rimmed baking sheet; bake until softened, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Transfer to a serving plate; cool about 20 minutes.
  • While cheese cools, place nuts on a clean baking sheet; bake until toasted and fragrant, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle nuts over cheese.
  • In a small saucepan, combine sugar and maple syrup.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat; simmer until foamy, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Drizzle warm sauce over slightly cooled cheese and nuts
  • Serve with crackers or baguette.